Chuck and Chris welcome guest Jim Higgins to discuss a JHS Spotlight article: Innovator’s Corner: Vascularized Bone Flaps for Carpal Reconstruction— Challenging Dogma from the Sept 2026 Journal of Hand Surgery. While the article shares technical tips and pearls, as well as drawings for carpal vascularized bone flap reconstructions, our interview briefly discusses innovation and other important topics to Dr. Higgins, including traveling fellowships, education and clinical practice.
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